10 of the best grooming essentials for men
Sharpen up in time for Father’s Day with our top 10 fail-safe fragrances and skincare must-haves
Looking for the perfect throw-on-and-go grooming essentials for the father figure in your life? We’ve got you. Whether the person you’re buying for is new to the world of male grooming or not, let’s be honest, the best products are those that require as little effort as possible. We’ve sifted through many bottles, tubes and pots to find 10 of the most classic, fail-safe fragrances and skincare must-haves that will elevate his day-to-day – instantly.
CREED Aventus Eau de Parfum, £210
There’s nothing quite like a Creed fragrance if you’re looking to ramp up your grooming routine, and the Aventus Eau de Parfum is no exception. Creed has a long history of being one of the finest perfumers in the world, with each fragrance still filtered, bottled and labelled by hand just outside Paris. Aventus is perfect for the summer, with top notes of blackcurrant and Italian bergamot, with a blend of sweet apple and sparkling pineapple. Delicious. Who needs it? The man who’s in desperate need of a fragrance upgrade.
Givenchy Gentleman Society Eau de Parfum, £101.50
As the newest Givenchy fragrance, Gentleman Society is all about redefining what it means to be a man. This is a fragrance that strives towards creativity and authenticity while helping to build a community of forward-thinking men who are reshaping what it is to be a modern gentleman – all through the art of scent. And with top notes of sage and cardamom and base notes of cedarwood, sandalwood and vanilla, it’s undoubtedly masculine, in the best possible sense. Who needs it? The forward-thinking man who’s ready to enter a new era.
Montblanc Explorer Platinum Eau de Parfum, £79
Much like the leather goods and stationery that Montblanc is famed for, its fragrances are created with the ultimate level of craftsmanship, where no detail is amiss and every single piece of the puzzle, from the design of the bottle to the notes of grapefruit, violet leaves and clary sage, is perfection. This is the perfect fragrance to elevate any man’s day-to-day life. Who needs it? The man who appreciates timeless design as much as he does a beautiful scent.
Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Parfum, £95
If you’re looking for the perfect blend of sultry and sensual with the right amount of power, Yves Saint Laurent’s Y fragrance is just the ticket. Crafted with the modern man as inspiration, this is a scent that represents pushing boundaries and following passions. With beautifully bold top notes of bergamot, lemon, ginger and elemi essences, it’s the perfect fragrance for the warmer months and definitely something that will get others talking – in all the right ways. Who needs it? The man who isn’t afraid to step out of his comfort zone and try something new.
Coach Green Eau de Toilette, £68
A brand so famed for its beautifully crafted clothing and accessories is bound to create something magical when it comes to fragrance and Coach has done exactly that. Its Green Eau de Toilette is a truly uplifting scent that combines some of nature's finest smells such as kiwi, bergamot and rosemary, with an earthy and woody base of cedar and moss which pulls it all together perfectly. Who needs it? The man who appreciates the finer, impeccably designed things in life.
Clinique For Men Energising Kit Skincare Gift Set, £23
Looking for a subtle (or not so subtle) way to engage him with a brand new skincare routine (or even get him started on one for the first time)? This perfectly packaged kit from Clinique for Men is the place to start. Complete with five minis, including a face scrub, face wash, eye cream (yes, men need it too), SPF and shave cream, this set makes for the ultimate five-minute, fool-proof skincare routine. Who needs it? The man who claims that splashing his face with water is enough skincare for him.
Molton Brown Re-charge Black Pepper Bath & Shower Gel, £25
We all know them: The Men Who Have Everything. Frustrating as they may be to buy for, there’s something so lovely about opening up a luxurious shower gel on a special occasion. This is truly the type of product he might not treat himself to, picking something much less indulgent instead. So give him the gift he absolutely wants and undoubtedly needs – the timeless Black Pepper shower gel from Molton Brown. This powerful, masculine scent is a classic for a reason: it never, ever gets old. Who needs it? The man who buys £1 shower gel and is absolutely in need of an upgrade.
ClarinsMen Super Moisture Gel, £32
In the market to buy him that one-hit-wonder product that does everything it needs to and nothing it doesn’t? This is it. Cooling, hydrating and the perfect moisturiser for year-round protection, the Clarins Super Moisture Gel (which has ClarinsMen Energizing Complex as one of its ingredients) is the perfect bottle to add into his morning and nighttime routine because it really does it all. Who needs it? The minimalist man who likes a streamlined regime.
Kiehl’s Facial Fuel, £28
It may be summer (soon), but that doesn’t mean his face wouldn't benefit from a wake up and refresh. Kiehl’s Facial Fuel does exactly that, using essential ingredients like vitamin C and E, chestnut extract and soy to combat dullness and give the skin a much-needed boost. Who needs it? The man who is looking a little… tired.
L'OCCITANE Homme After-Shave Balm, £28.50
No man’s skincare routine should be complete without a super-moisturising (and delicious-smelling) post-shave balm, which is exactly what this beauty from L'OCCITANE is. This soothing balm instantly moisturises the skin to give the ultimate level of hydration and protection post-shave and is packaged up beautifully in L'OCCITANE's famous silver tube. Who needs it? The man who is notorious for skipping this step.
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